Archeophylla pungens - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Jungermanniidae
Order:
Jungermanniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
1527594
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Herzog) R.M. Schust.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
1966
Citation Micro:
Candollea. 21(1): 86. 1966
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000012818
Common Names
- Archeophylla pungens
- Pungent Archeophylla
- Pungent's Archeophylla
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Archeophylla pungens (also called 'Sharp-pointed Archeophylla', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen, cushion-forming plant with short, thick, leathery leaves. It is native to the Falkland Islands, where it grows in open grassland, rocky slopes and coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Archeophylla pungens has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases, as well as for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Archeophylla pungens has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have a single, round leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Archeophylla pungens is a small, tufted fern with short, creeping rhizomes. It is propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in moist, shady areas in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Archeophylla pungens
Archeophylla pungens can be found in the temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Archeophylla pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Archeophylla pungens?
Archeophylla pungens
What is the common name of Archeophylla pungens?
Sharp-pointed liverwort
Where is Archeophylla pungens found?
Archeophylla pungens is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.
Species in the Archeophylla genus
Species in the Pseudolepicoleaceae family
Archeophylla schusteri, Archeophylla paradoxa, Archeophylla pungens, Castanoclobos julaceus, Chaetocolea palmata, Herzogiaria teres, Isophyllaria attenuata, Isophyllaria fuegiana, Pseudolepicolea fryei, Pseudolepicolea quadrilaciniata, Pseudolepicolea grolleana, Pseudolepicolea kuehnemannii, Pseudolepicolea andoi, Pseudolepicolea trollii, Pseudolepicolea temnomoides, Temnoma pilosum, Temnoma quadripartitum, Temnoma setigerum, Temnoma chaetophylla, Temnoma pulchellum, Temnoma townrowiorum, Temnoma angustifolium, Temnoma palmatum, Temnoma patagonicum, Temnoma paucisetigerum, Temnoma quadrifidum,
References
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 100461681: Based on data supplied by Bryonames